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Whirlpool 29" Wide Models Installation Instructions Manual

Whirlpool 29" Wide Models Installation Instructions Manual

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Electric Dryer Installation Instructions
Para obtener acceso al manual de uso y cuidado en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite:
Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Puede encontrar el número de modelo y de serie dentro de la cavidad superior de la puerta.
W10646601A
W10646602A-SP
29" Wide Models - U.S.A. Only

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DRYER SAFETY ............................................................... 2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................... 4
Tools and Parts ..................................................................... 4
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS .................................................... 5
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ................................................ 6
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ......................................................... 7
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION .................................................... 8
VENTING ......................................................................... 13
Venting Requirements ........................................................ 13
Plan Vent System ................................................................ 14
Venting Kits ......................................................................... 15
Install Vent System ............................................................. 16
CONNECT INLET HOSES ........................................................ 16
CONNECT VENT ...................................................................... 17
LEVEL DRYER .......................................................................... 16
COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST .............................. 18
REVERSE DOOR SWING (OPTIONAL) ................................... 18
TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................BACK COVER
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Para obtener acceso al manual de uso y cuidado en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Puede encontrar el número de modelo y de serie dentro de la cavidad superior de la puerta.

  • Page 2: Dryer Safety

    Dryer Safety...

  • Page 4: Installation Requirements

    Parts supplied (all models): Installation Requirements Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. Tools needed: Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam models): Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver “Y”...

  • Page 5: Location Requirements

    Side View Location Requirements " " " " (578 mm) (705 mm) (349 mm) (705 mm) A. Wide opening side-swing door B. Wide opening hamper door *Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting You will need: Requirements.”...

  • Page 6: Electrical Requirements

    Minimum Required Spacing Do not use an extension cord. ■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is 3"* ■ (76 mm) recommended that a qualified electrician determine that 14"* max. (356 mm) the ground path is adequate. Electrical Connection To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions...

  • Page 7: Install Leveling Legs

    Screw in leveling legs Using a wrench and tape measure, screw legs into leg holes until bottom of foot is approximately 1/2" (13 mm) (to match height of 3.6 cu. ft. capacity washer) or 1½" (38 mm) (to match height of 3.8 cu. ft. capacity washer) from bottom of dryer.

  • Page 8: Electrical Connection

    Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Direct Wire Electrical Connection Options Remove terminal block cover Choose electrical connection type Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to steps 1-2 on page 9 for power supply cord strain relief: then steps 3-6 for 4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection section.

  • Page 9: Power Supply Cord Connection

    Power Supply Cord Connection Power supply cord strain relief Prepare to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire. Attach power supply cord strain relief Remove the screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two clamp Remove center terminal block screw (B).

  • Page 10: Direct Wire Connection

    Connect remaining wires Connect remaining wires Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
  • Page 11 4-wire Direct Wire Connection Connect neutral ground wire IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and neutral wire and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connection Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook Direct wire cable must have 5 ft.
  • Page 12 3-wire Direct Wire Connection Connect neutral wire Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct connection Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B). Squeeze Direct wire cable must have 5 ft.

  • Page 13: Venting

    Venting Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Venting Requirements Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw. WARNING: Connect remaining wires To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

  • Page 14: Plan Vent System

    Exhaust hoods: Plan Vent System Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that ■ Recommended exhaust installations may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Recommended Styles: Other installations are possible.

  • Page 15: Venting Kits

    Alternate installations for close clearances Special provisions for mobile home installations: Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions. portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home.

  • Page 16: Install Vent System

    Connect Inlet Hoses Vent System Chart (Steam Models Only) (Long Vent Models Only) For non-steam models, skip to “Connect Vent.” Number of Type Box/louvered, or 90° turns of vent Angled hoods The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using or elbows the new inlet hoses.

  • Page 17: Connect Vent

    Attach long hose to “Y” Check for leaks connector and tighten couplings Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the “Y” connector. Attach washer cold inlet hose to other side of “Y” connector. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucet, and hoses. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector.

  • Page 18: Level Dryer

    Level Dryer Be sure the water faucets are on. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucet, and hoses. Level Dryer If you live in a hard water area, use of a water softener is recommended to control the buildup of scale through the water system in the dryer.
  • Page 19 Lift door off top screws Switch door catch, bezel, & plug Plug Catch and bezel Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of hinge slot. Pull door forward off screws. Set door (handle side up) on top of dryer. Remove top screws from dryer cabinet. Remove screws from hinges Remove the door catch, bezel, and plug from the inside of the inner door by squeezing and pulling/pushing them.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Attach door hinges Remove and transfer hinge hole plugs Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to gently remove 4 hinge hole plugs on left side of dryer cabinet. Transfer plugs into hinge holes on opposite side of dryer cabinet. Insert screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet Reattach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is at the bottom of the hinge.

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